This unexpected winter storm may have you sitting in your house today, looking out at the winter wonderland, and I thought this was an apt post worth sharing. This blogger was fortunate enough to encounter a once in a lifetime opportunity as he watched a Peregrine Falcon defending its hunting territory from an "invading" Snowy Owl. Just for reference, a Peregrine Falcon diving speed can reach up to 200mph--a feat in itself!!
The pictures themselves are completely amazing and worth reading: http://www.nabirding.com/2012/02/16/when-a-snowy-met-the-locals/
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